Nissan Cube intro and discussion thread

[llama_au]

So as the Nissan Cube stable on JDMST grows there seems to be more questions from new and prospective owners. Lets use this thread to introduce our new rides, post up about new mods we've found and ask questions rather than clogging each-others build threads.

If you have a Cube, please introduce your car in the following format:

Cube or Cubic:
Model:
Year:
Engine:
Colour:
Current Modifications:
Future Plans:
Link to build thread:
Pictures:

The models that are currently eligible for import into Australia:

1.4L 02 - 05 Cube or Cubic - AT only
1.4L 06 onwards: no compliance
4WD: no compliance
1.5L CVT or AT okay
1.5L Cube for 2005 only
1.5L Cubic 05 - 08

Models and Specs:
Cube: http://specs.cars-directory.net/nissan/cube/2002_384/
Cubic: http://specs.cars-directory.net/niss...ubic/2003_385/

Information & Photos: http://www.cube-cubic.co.uk/index.html

Colour Options: http://www.nx3.co.uk/vehicle_info/colour_options.htm

Recalls:

http://dogandlemon.com/site/japanese...SAN&model=CUBE

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-11641425

Part Numbers:

Proximity Key Fob:
Genuine Nissan: 285E3-AX025
Blank Proximity Key:
Genuine Nissan: H0564-AX010
Front Windscreen:
Genuine Nissan: 72700-3UOOB
Pollen & Pollution Filter:
Genuine Nissan/Pitwork: AY685-NS007
1.4L Oil Filter:
Genuine Nissan: 15208-53J00
Ryco: Z442
1.4L Air Filter:
Genuine Nissan: 16546-AX00
K&N: 33-2060
Saukura: A-1832
1.5L Air Filter:
Ryco: A1591
1.4L Spark Plugs:
Genuine Nissan (NGK) - Iridium: LFR5AIX-11
Genuine Nissan (NGK) - Platinum: LFR5AP-11 (Nissan Part Number = 22401-8H315)
Denso: IKH16
1.4L Front Discs:
Genuine Nissan: ?
1.4L/1.5L Front Brake Pads:
Genuine Nissan: 41060-AX085
Bendix General CT: DB1819
1.4/1.5L Rear Brake Shoes:
Genuine Nissan: ?
1.4/1.5L Front Wheel Bearing
Genuine Nissan: 40210AX000
1.4/1.5L Rear Wheel Bearing
Genuine Nissan: 43210AZ300
1.4L Alternator Belt:
Genuine Nissan: ?
Aftermarket (ie. Dayco): 5PK1070
1.5L Alternator Belt:
Genuine Nissan: 11720-ED00C
Aftermarket (ie. Dayco): 7PK1140
1.4L Power Steering Belt:
Genuine Nissan: ?
Aftermarket (ie. Dayco): 3PK670
1.4L/1.5L 4-speed Auto Trans fluid:
Genuine Nissan: Nissan matic J
Aftermarket: Castrol transmax J or E
1.4L/1.5L CVT Trans fluid:
Genuine Nissan: Nissan NS-2
Aftermarket: ?

[llama_au]

List of owners on JDMST:

129
Andy Wana
bigbaby0223
Bright
Bwarp
Bye Evo
chonnies
CreamCubic
CubeDM
Cube-Sim
cubic
Cubist
Cubo
curtbruce
cush
cwoern
Djmikey
dori_33_dori
DRIFTT
FD7
folio
fuel
full boost
[ fuzzy ]
ill
illnana808
intrasonic
hei57
hkdave
hongster
Iron Chef
jave101
lennie222
llama_au
MarkB
matty_M35
Matt Mead
Meenrod
mini bus
Mitchee
mosugo
Mr_cube
muncher
mydogsteelo
NITTO R34
NORBY
pr1nce
pulse_mps
qb_ix
ravewar
ricjames
rminc
rubi_cube
Scandrew
siddr20
simonster
sjw
slickrick
SPA50
tangy
The Stig
USDM bandwagon
WAN94N
wjeffsy
vudu6
wsssup
xenosis
XtremeMotorsports

[llama_au]

Cube or Cubic: YGZ11 Cubic
Model: 15M
Year: 2005
Engine: HR15DE
Colour: Pearl White (QX1)
Current Modifications: Custom number plates - 'CUBE.3'
Future Plans: Genuine Neoclassical Aero Package (bodykit and sticker package), coilovers, Watanabe wheels, foglights, chequered floor mats, that's pretty much it.
Link to build thread: http://forum.jdmstyletuning.com/showthread.php?t=26638
Pictures:

[Andy Wana]

Cube or Cubic: YGZ11 Cubic
Model: 15M
Year: 2008
Engine: HR15DE
Colour: Diamond Silver (KY0)
Current Modifications: See build thread
Future Plans: See build thread
Link to build thread: http://forum.jdmstyletuning.com/showthread.php?t=21971

Pictures:

[CreamCubic]

Cube or Cubic: YGZ11 Cubic
Model: 15M
Year: 2007
Engine: HR15DE
Colour: Airisshukurimu <# E41> ( I think this translates to Irish Cream)
Current Modifications: Genuine Neoclassical body kit and Nissan black rims, HIDs
Future Plans: Waiting from some more inspiration
Pictures:

[llama_au]

Added to the list. Those tail lights are aftermarket AFAIK

[tangy]

hey guys, anyone know the stock wheel width and offsets?

im just trying to line up some rims soonish

[Andy Wana]

Added to the list. Those tail lights are aftermarket AFAIK

Nope. They are Nissan optional taillights. It's in my Nissan Cube catalogue.
Worth something like $500 (plus shipping)

hey guys, anyone know the stock wheel width and offsets?

im just trying to line up some rims soonish

Stock 14" steelies with hubcaps
14 x 5" (+45mm offset)

Stock 14" tyres
175/65R14
175/70R14

Stock 15" alloy wheels
15 x 5.5" (+50mm offset)

Stock 15" tyres
175/60R15

Info from my Cube's manual

[The Stig]

Hey fellow Cubists!
Thanks for taking the time out to make this thread Juliette, Im sure the jdmsters will appreciate it like i have surely.

Cube or Cubic: BZ11 Cube
Model: EX/BX/SX?
Year: 2002
Engine: CR14DE
Colour: Baby Blue
Current Modifications: RS Watanabe's, Bolt-on-Flares
Future Plans: OEM Weathershields, Fog lights, Replace stone-chip crack windscreen , Fix Front bar . So sad, roof racks hmmm
Link to build thread: None yet.. =/ I should make one. EDIT: Build Thread here
Pictures:









Thanks for the last photo Daniel.

List of owners on JDMST:

Andy Wana
CreamCubic
llama_au
The Stig

Thanks for looking!

[llama_au]

Hey fellow Cubists!
Model: 15M

15M's are late model 1.5L's. Not sure exactly what model yours is? either a BX, EX or SX depending on options. See all the models here: http://specs.cars-directory.net/nissan/cube/2002_384/

[llama_au]

Nope. They are Nissan optional taillights. It's in my Nissan Cube catalogue.
Worth something like $500 (plus shipping)

Ah! Thanks for that. They're not common although there are some second hand sets on Yahoo which is why I'd assumed aftermarket.

If anyone has any useful links they'd like me to add to the first post just let me know.

[The Stig]

15M's are late model 1.5L's. Not sure exactly what model yours is? either a BX, EX or SX depending on options. See all the models here: http://specs.cars-directory.net/nissan/cube/2002_384/

thanks juliette, hmm. its hard to say but im tossing between either the EX or SX..

[llama_au]

Does it have digital climate control?

[The Stig]

It doesnt, Im leaning towards the SX

[cubic]

Hey all,

Cube or Cubic: Cubic

Model: z11

Year: late 03

Engine: 1.4

Colour: black

Current Modifications: Sound system, lowered springs, rims, heat shield around intake and tint.

Future Plans: None. Keep it clean.

Link to build thread:http://forum.jdmstyletuning.com/showthread.php?t=24021

Pictures:


Also, just in case someone wanted to know, these cars use the same front pads as the Tiida. The part number is 41060-ax085.

I would just like to post up a few things I have noticed.
Due to how upright our windscreens are, they seem to cop a lot of stones. I have already taken mine to get repaired, but it looks like I may have to go again if the latest chip turns into a crack.

For the 1.4L guys: For some stupid reason, Nissan decided that the best place for the intake pipe was directly above the exhaust manifold. During stop/start driving, I noticed a fair bit of power loss and response from heat soak. This car has no power to begin with, so I thought I would knock-up a heat shield to minimise the effect.
Worked great! car doesnt feel as boggy anymore:-)

Now I just have to fix my squeaky alternator belt.
Anyway, this isnt a build thread, so Ill shutup.